BCPS facility named among 2024 Green Ribbon School honorees

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Education has announced that two schools in Maryland have been named Green Ribbon Schools by the U.S. Department of Education. Lutherville Laboratory (Baltimore County Public Schools) and Waldorf School of Baltimore (independent) are being honored for their innovative efforts to reduce environmental impacts and improve health and wellness. The schools were recognized for their sustainable […]

Orioles 2024 Birdland Caravan to pass through Baltimore County

BALTIMORE, MD—The Orioles on Monday announced the return of the club’s ‘Birdland Caravan,’ a three-day winter tour, that will take place from Thursday, January 25, through Saturday, January 27, 2024 at multiple locations throughout the state of Maryland. The weekend-long celebration will include meet and greet photo opportunities, community projects, fan rallies, and happy hours. The caravan will include events […]

Police searching for missing woman last seen in Timonium area

UPDATE: Police say Mrs. Highsmith has been located. Original story below… ——— TIMONIUM, MD—The Baltimore County Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating 63-year-old Barbette Highsmith. Highsmith was last seen in the 500-block of Brightfield Road in Timonium (21093) at around 11 a.m. on Thursday, January 4, wearing a black t-shirt, gray sweatpants, and black shoes. Barbette […]

Central Area Elementary School Capacity Relief Boundary Study group to hold fourth meeting on Thursday

UPDATE: Because the Central Area Elementary School Capacity Relief Boundary Study Committee has reached a recommendation, its final scheduled meeting, slated for Thursday, January 25, is no longer needed and has been cancelled. Original story below… TOWSON, MD—The committee charged with examining central area elementary school attendance areas convenes for its next meeting this week. The meeting is the fourth […]

BCPS seeking volunteers for upcoming robotics events

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools officials are seeking volunteers to serve in key roles during upcoming robotics tournaments. The Robotics Education and Competition (REC) Foundation and VEX have partnered to provide free online training, testing, and certification for those interested in serving as volunteers. “Each event needs a certified head judge and a referee,” said Dr. Michael E. Grubbs, BCPS […]

Funeral for fallen Baltimore firefighter to impact traffic on Friday

BALTIMORE, MD—The Baltimore County Police Department is advising residents to prepare for traffic disruptions and delays on Friday, November 3 during the morning and afternoon as the funeral procession for fallen Baltimore City Fire Captain Dillon J. Rinaldo travels through the area. The funeral procession is scheduled to begin at 8:45 a.m. with a motorcade from the funeral home to […]